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Auckland SH1 Closure Update: Bombay to Drury
Auckland motorists should note changes to upcoming maintenance work on State Highway 1 (SH1). NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi has announced that the full northbound closure for general maintenance will now occur between the Bombay interchange and the Drury interchange.…
Politics and GovernmentTransportationAustralasiaState Governments
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Fleeing Motorbike Rider Arrested in South Auckland After Police Chase
A motorbike rider who fled from police and recklessly rode through reserves and walkways in South Auckland has been arrested. At approximately 9.15pm, police observed the motorbike travelling along Great South Road, Takanini, noting its licence had lapsed in 2019.…
Law EnforcementTransportationSocial Issues South AucklandPolice Eagle helicopterTakaniniManukau District CourtArrestDangerous DrivingSharland ParkNew Zealand Police
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MetService Issues Severe Weather Outlook for New Zealand
A severe weather outlook issued by MetService at 10:26 am on Friday, November 7, 2025, indicates potential severe weather across New Zealand. The forecast highlights the period from Sunday, November 9, to Wednesday, November 12, 2025. On Sunday, a front…
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Fatal Crash in Rotorua Claims One Life
One person died following a crash in Rotorua last night. The crash on Te Ngae Road, involving a bus and a car, was reported to Police at 9.15pm. A passenger in the car was killed, and the driver and a…
TransportationLaw EnforcementDisastersSocial Issues Fatal CrashRotoruaTe Ngae RoadBusCarAccidentNew Zealand Police
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Multiple Product Recalls Announced in New Zealand
Several product recalls have been announced in New Zealand, spanning various consumer goods due to safety concerns. These recalls include sunscreen, novelty cups, and children's toys. People4ocean SPF 50+ Mineral Bioactive Shield Lightly Tinted Cream is being recalled because preliminary…
HealthBusinessWorldAustralasiaMedical ScienceTradeSocial IssuesLegal
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Central North Island Premises Caught Selling Alcohol to Minors
Two premises in the Central North Island have been caught selling alcohol to underage volunteers. The operation was conducted by Central District Police Alcohol Harm Prevention Officers (AHPO), alongside Rangitikei District Council and Health Compliance officers, in Taihape, Hunterville, and…
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementSocial IssuesLegal Central North IslandTaihapeHuntervilleMartonAlcoholUnderage DrinkingNew Zealand Police
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Zero-Emission Aircraft Approved for Demonstration Flights in New Zealand
The Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) has approved a zero-emission experimental aircraft for demonstration flights in New Zealand, ahead of the commercial aircraft’s planned arrival in 2027. Developed in the USA by BETA Technologies and operated with Air New Zealand, the…
Science & TechnologyTransportationEnvironmentAustralasiaClimate Change
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Five Arrested After Gang Funeral in Rotorua
Police have expressed disappointment after five people were arrested following a gang funeral in Rotorua. According to Rotorua Area Commander Herby Ngawhika, the arrests stemmed from poor road behavior and other offenses despite collaborative efforts with family to ensure a…
Law EnforcementSocial IssuesTransportation Rotoruagang tangiarreststraffic offensesoffensive weaponNew Zealand PoliceHerby Ngawhika
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North Island Crime Spree Halted: Two Arrested in Auckland
A pair allegedly responsible for a crime spree across the North Island are now facing court. Police were alerted to a vehicle of interest traveling through Auckland’s east yesterday afternoon, stopping at Sylvia Park. Auckland City West Area Investigations Manager,…
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Auckland's SH22 to undergo maintenance
Auckland motorists should prepare for overnight maintenance on State Highway 22 (SH22) at the Puhitahi Hill Road intersection this Sunday, November 9, between 9pm and 5am. NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi has advised that the work is weather dependent and…
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Auckland Motorway Maintenance Planned for November 10-11
Auckland motorists should prepare for overnight disruptions as NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi has announced maintenance work on State Highway 1 (SH1) between the Ellerslie interchange and Symonds Street (CMJ). The work is scheduled for Monday, November 10 and Tuesday,…
Politics and GovernmentTransportationAustralasiaState Governments AucklandState Highway 1EllerslieSymonds StreetRoad closuresNZ Transport Agency Waka KotahiTrafficNZTA Auckland
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Auckland Motorway Maintenance Planned for November 9-13
Auckland motorists should prepare for maintenance work on State Highway 16 (SH16) between November 9 and 13. NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi has announced that work will take place on Beach Road and The Strand between 9pm and 5am each…
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Auckland Motorway Maintenance Planned for November
Auckland motorists should prepare for overnight maintenance work on State Highway 18 (SH18) between Greenhithe Road and Squadron Drive on Tuesday, November 11 and Thursday, November 13, between 9pm and 5am. NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi advises that the work…
Politics and GovernmentTransportationAustralasiaState Governments AucklandState Highway 18Greenhithe RoadSquadron DriveNZ Transport Agency Waka KotahiTraffic ManagementRoad ClosuresNZTA Auckland
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Police Seek Tuapola Toala on Serious Charges
Police are seeking Tuapola Jason Dean Toala, 21, who has an active warrant for his arrest. He is wanted in relation to serious charges and is believed to be actively avoiding police. Authorities believe Toala may be located in the…
Law EnforcementSocial Issues Tuapola ToalaAucklandNorthlandArrest WarrantCrime StoppersNew Zealand Police
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Auckland Motorway Maintenance Planned for November
Auckland motorists should prepare for overnight maintenance work on State Highway 1 (SH1) in November. NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi has announced that work will take place at Tristram Avenue from Tuesday 11 to Thursday 13 November, between 9pm and…
Politics and GovernmentTransportationAustralasiaState Governments
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Auckland Motorway Maintenance Planned for November
Auckland motorists should prepare for disruptions as essential maintenance is scheduled for State Highway 20 (SH20) in November. NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi has announced that work will take place between Massey Road and Rimu Road on Sunday 9 and…
Politics and GovernmentTransportationAustralasiaState Governments
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Auckland Motorway Maintenance Planned for November
Auckland motorists should prepare for overnight maintenance work on State Highway 1 (SH1) between the Ramarama and Drury interchanges. NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi has announced that the work will take place on Sunday 9, Tuesday 11, and Wednesday 12…
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Auckland Motorway Maintenance Planned for November 13
Auckland motorists should prepare for upcoming maintenance work on State Highway 16 (SH16), according to NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi. The work will take place between Coatesville Riverhead Highway and Brigham Creek Road roundabout on Thursday, November 13, from 9pm…
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Verdicts Delivered in Anaru Moana Murder Trial
Police have acknowledged the verdicts handed down today in relation to the murder of Anaru Moana in December 2021. Three men were found guilty of murder, and one woman was found guilty of being a party to injuring. Detective Inspector…
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Auckland Motorway Maintenance Planned for November 13
Auckland motorists should prepare for disruptions as NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi has announced maintenance work on State Highway 16 (SH16) between Great North Road, Waterview, and Alten Road, CMJ, including the Waterview Tunnel. The work is scheduled for Thursday,…
Transportation AucklandState Highway 16SH16Waterview TunnelRoad closureMaintenanceNZ Transport Agency Waka KotahiNZTA Auckland
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Auckland Motorway Maintenance Planned for November 12
Auckland residents should prepare for overnight maintenance on State Highway 16 (SH16) between Great North Road, Waterview, and Lincoln Road. NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi has announced that the work will take place on Wednesday, November 12, between 10pm and…
Politics and GovernmentTransportationAustralasiaState Governments
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State Highway 1 Blocked South of Taihape After Crash
State Highway 1 is currently blocked following a single-vehicle crash near Ohotu, south of Taihape. The incident occurred around 3:10 PM, prompting a response from emergency services. Fortunately, there have been no reported injuries as a result of the crash.…
TransportationLaw EnforcementDisasters State Highway 1TaihapeOhotuCrashTraffic DelayNew Zealand PoliceAccident
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Auckland Motorway Maintenance Planned for November 12
Auckland residents should prepare for upcoming maintenance work on State Highway 2 (SH2) between Monument Road and Dimmock Road. NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi has announced that the work is scheduled for Wednesday, November 12, between 9pm and 5am. Road…
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Auckland Motorway Maintenance Planned for November 9-10
Auckland residents should prepare for maintenance work on State Highway 20A (SH20A) between Kirkbride Road and the SH20A/SH20 link on Sunday, November 9, and Monday, November 10, between 10pm and 5am. NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi advises that the work…
TransportationPolitics and GovernmentAustralasiaState Governments
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Police Commissioner Condemns Disgraceful Conduct of Jevon McSkimming
Police Commissioner Richard Chambers has strongly condemned the actions of Jevon McSkimming, stating, "The conduct of Mr Jevon McSkimming was disgraceful and it is right he has been held to account for it." Chambers emphasized that "all police, no matter…
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementSocial Issues Richard ChambersJevon McSkimmingPolice conductResignationPolice devicesAccountabilityNew Zealand Police
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Auckland's Great South Road to undergo maintenance for new weigh-in-motion equipment
Auckland motorists should prepare for upcoming maintenance on Great South Road in Bombay, scheduled to begin in late November 2025. NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi will install new weigh-in-motion (WIM) equipment as part of the Commercial Vehicle Safety Programme (CVSP).…
Politics and GovernmentTransportation AucklandGreat South RoadBombayNZ Transport Agency Waka KotahiCommercial Vehicle Safety ProgrammeHighwayMaintenanceNZTA Auckland
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New Detector Dog Teams Deployed to Combat Transnational Crime in the Pacific
Five new detector dog teams have graduated from the Police Dog Training Centre (DTC) in Trentham, ready to combat transnational crime in the Pacific. The teams consist of handlers from Fiji Police, Samoa Police, Fiji Revenue and Customs Service, and…
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementWorldAustralasiaTradeMilitaryLegal
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New Zealand Forecast: Warmer Temperatures and Possible Thunderstorms
MetService is forecasting warmer temperatures than average for almost everyone in New Zealand over the next few days, with high pressure persisting over parts of the country. The outlook covers the period from Thursday, November 6th, to Monday, November 10th,…
WeatherSportAustralasiaGeneral Weather MetServicetemperaturethunderstormsNorth IslandSouth IslandMetService New Zealand
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Serious Assault in Ōpōtiki Under Police Investigation
Police are investigating a serious assault that occurred early this morning in Ōpōtiki. A man was attacked in his home and sustained serious injuries, requiring hospitalization. The assault is believed to have involved multiple offenders. Police are working to identify…
Law EnforcementSocial Issues AssaultŌpōtikiCrime StoppersPolice investigationSerious injuriesNew Zealand PoliceScene guard
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FMA Files Market Manipulation Case Against Investor for STU Shares Trading
The Financial Markets Authority (FMA) has filed High Court civil proceedings against Franco Belgiorno-Nettis, an Auckland-based retail investor, for alleged market manipulation of Steel and Tube Holdings Limited (STU) shares. The case focuses on orders for STU shares that Mr.…